Phenomenal Box Office Growth
The war drama 'Border 2' has defied expectations, surging past the significant ₹300 crore milestone within India, accumulating an impressive ₹309.5 crore by
its third Sunday. Initially experiencing a modest launch, the film ignited audience interest, particularly on Republic Day, leading to widespread national appeal. Its global earnings have reached a substantial ₹422 crore. Now in its third week, 'Border 2' has demonstrated a notable resurgence in its weekend box office performance, a welcome development after an earlier dip in earnings, yet it has successfully maintained its momentum beyond the ₹300 crore threshold in domestic collections. This section delves into the specifics of its Day 17 performance and anticipates its earnings for Day 18.
Weekend Collections Unveiled
On its opening day, 'Border 2' garnered ₹30 crore at the box office. The film experienced a significant surge in revenue on Republic Day, netting an extraordinary ₹59 crore. Continuing its strong performance into its third weekend, the movie earned ₹6.90 crore on Day 17 (the third Saturday). The reported earnings for Day 18 (the third Sunday) stand at ₹0.1 crore, bringing the cumulative domestic collection to ₹309.5 crore. Globally, 'Border 2' has amassed ₹422.35 crore. Breaking down the earnings further, Week 1 brought in ₹224.25 crore, Week 2 contributed ₹70.15 crore, Day 15 (third Friday) earned ₹2.85 crore, Day 16 (third Saturday) collected ₹5.25 crore, and Day 17 (third Sunday) secured ₹6.90 crore. The preliminary figure for Day 18 (third Monday) is ₹0.89 crore, pushing the total to ₹310.64 crore, with updates pending.
Audience Engagement Insights
On Sunday, February 08, 2026, 'Border 2' recorded an overall Hindi occupancy rate of 21.15%. This figure indicates a healthy level of audience interest in the film during its third week in theaters, demonstrating its sustained appeal among moviegoers. The occupancy reflects the film's ability to continue drawing crowds, even as it progresses beyond its initial release period. The consistent audience presence underscores the film's narrative strength and its ability to connect with viewers, contributing to its overall box office success.
Film's Creative Lineage
Directed by Anurag Singh, 'Border 2' is a spiritual successor to the iconic 1997 war film 'Border.' While the original was helmed by J.P. Dutta, the new installment benefits from production contributions by his daughter, Nidhi Dutta. The ensemble cast features prominent actors including Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty in leading roles. Complementing the male leads are Mona Singh, Medha Rana, Sonam Bajwa, and Anya Singh, who portray the principal female characters. The film made its theatrical debut on January 23, 2026. It's important to note that the box office figures presented are compiled from various public and industry sources and are approximate, intended to provide a representative overview of the film's commercial performance.
